Smart Homes and Smart Cities

What used to be called a “Smart Home” is over time simply becoming a “home”. Newer buildings will frequently incorporate smart lighting solutions for example, not only for the features they offer, but equally because they are cheaper to install, eliminating the need for complex switching circuits (especially when coupled with low voltage LED lamps).

Beyond simple lighting solutions, other electrical and electronic elements of the house are being integrated such as heating, ventilation and air conditioning, and domestic appliances are frequently connected to the home network. Voice enabled smart speakers offer a novel method of control. New standards such as Matter are enabling diverse appliances from different vendors to be connected seamlessly, and provide access to the homeowner remotely.

Solar panels, large scale battery storage and electric vehicles represent another useful addition to homes, which require clever solutions to be managed effectively.